Crazy Horse Memorial will once again light up the famous mountain carving in blue to support "Light it Up Blue", a promotion for the United Nation's World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). The "Light it Up Blue" campaign asks iconic landmarks, communities, businesses and homes around the world to unite by shining bright blue lights in honor of the millions of individuals and families affected by autism. The special lighting will take place on Thursday April, 2, beginning early evening until 10 PM.

According to Autism Speaks website; "World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD), celebrated each year on April 2, was adopted by the United Nations in 2007 to shine a bright light on autism as a growing global health crisis. Autism is one of only three health issues to be recognized with its own day by the United Nations. WAAD activities increase world knowledge of autism and impart information about the importance of early diagnosis and early intervention. Additionally, WAAD celebrates the unique talents and skills of persons with autism around the world." WAAD develops world knowledge of the autism epidemic and celebrates the unique talents and skills of persons with autism.

Admission to Crazy Horse Memorial will be waived after 6 pm on April 2nd for everyone.

Deadwood History, Inc. in partnership with the Deadwood Historic Preservation Commission will host a series of camps for area youth. Art Camp kicks off the summer camp series for children in grades K-2 for the 2015 – 2016 school year from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and grades 3-6 for the 2015 – 2016 school year from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on June 8-10, 2015, at the Days of ‘76 Museum. Students will learn the art of paper marbling from local artist, Mary Wipf. The cost is $28 per member; $38 for non-members.

On June 22-24, 2015, students in grades K-6 for the 2015 – 2016 school year will have the opportunity to participate in Science Camp at the Days of ‘76 Museum. Grades K-2 will meet from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and grades 3-6 will meet from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Science Camp will focus on weather. Students will learn the science behind the clouds and how weather effects the planting season. The cost is $28 for museum members; $38 for non-members.

Archaeology Camp: Session 1 for students going into grades 3-7 is scheduled for July 13 – 17, 2015, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Camp begins at the Historic Adams House with field work on the Pearson family property. Students will learn archaeology, orienteering, mapping and cataloging. The cost is $45 for museum members; and $55 for non-members. Limited to 20 participants.

Archaeology Camp: Session 2 wraps up the summer camp series on July 20 – 24, 2015, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. for students going into grades 3-7. Camp begins at the Historic Adams House with field work on the Pearson family property. Students will study archaeology, orienteering, mapping and cataloging. The cost is $45 for museum members; and $55 for non-members. Limited to 20 participants.

For more information or to register for summer camp, please contact Shantel Herman, Museum Educator, at 605-578-1657. A $10 non-refundable deposit is required per camp. The deposit will be applied to the cost of each camp. Scholarships are available. The camps fill up quickly, so please reserve your space today.

The second annual Lead Boys' and Girls' Club of the Black Hills 3 On 3 Basketball Tournament will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11 at the Hot Springs area gymnasiums.

The pre-registration deadline is March 31. There are four players per team and there is a $40 entry fee. There will be tournament tee-shirts for registered players, and division winners get champion basketballs.

Nominations for the next class of inductees into the Sturgis Brown High School Athletic Hall Of Fame are being accepted until April 30. The categories of nominees are athlete, coach, adviser or administrator, and community member or contributor. Athletes become eligible for consideration on the fifth anniversary of their graduation from SBHS. Those nominated as coach, adviser or administrator must be retired or no longer employed with Meade School District for a minimum of three years. There is no time restriction for community members or contributors.

The nominations of those not selected this year will be kept on file for the next five years. The nomination form and criteria are available at the SBHS Activity Director's office or by CLICKING HERE. For more information, contact Mike Paris at 347-4487.